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METAIRIE, LA 70005

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The METAIRIE, LA real estate market (70005) currently shows 129 active listings, with 31 pending sales. Homes are averaging 70 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 21 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 70 days on market compared to 68 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.6% year-over-year, from $450,000 to $457,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 23,555  ·  Density: 2,166.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $82,890

Typical home value: $361,226  ·  Homeownership: 67.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
129
⇩ 14% vs 150 last year
Pending
31
24% pending ratio
Median Price
$457,000
⇧ 1.6% vs $450,000 last year
Average Price
$655,013
⇩ 5% vs $689,759 last year
Days on Market
70
⇧ 2.9% vs 68 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$250
⇩ 6.7% vs $268/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,124 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 129 this year vs 150 last year
  • Days on market: 70 now vs 68 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $457,000 (+1.6% YoY)
  • Average: $655,013 (-5% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 8.6 miles — 1,554 listings ($726,259,242 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
70005Metairie, LA 700050.0 mi121$79,133,153$467,500$653,993
70124New Orleans, LA 701241.9 mi169$112,589,321$571,975$666,209
70121New Orleans, LA 701213.1 mi80$26,682,960$317,500$333,537
70006Metairie, LA 700063.6 mi63$23,970,366$350,000$380,482
70118New Orleans, LA 701183.8 mi152$75,564,976$375,000$497,138
70112New Orleans, LA 701124.6 mi55$33,645,370$375,000$611,734
70003Metairie, LA 700034.8 mi165$54,554,610$299,000$330,634
70123New Orleans, LA 701235.4 mi125$56,900,500$338,675$455,204
70130New Orleans, LA 701305.9 mi201$141,894,141$385,000$705,941
70126New Orleans, LA 701267.1 mi107$19,978,933$179,475$186,719
70065Kenner, LA 700657.4 mi219$75,820,209$272,500$346,211
70094Westwego, LA 700947.6 mi94$24,641,254$194,475$262,141
70174New Orleans, LA 701748.6 mi3$883,449$283,150$294,483

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in METAIRIE, LA 70005?

As of March 2026, there are 129 active listings in METAIRIE, LA (zip code 70005), compared to 150 the prior year.

What is the median home price in METAIRIE, LA 70005?

The median listing price in METAIRIE, LA 70005 is $457,000 as of March 2026, a 1.6% increase from $450,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in METAIRIE, LA?

Homes in METAIRIE, LA 70005 spend an average of 70 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 68 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in METAIRIE, LA 70005?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, METAIRIE, LA 70005 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 21 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 70 days on market compared to 68 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in METAIRIE, LA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in METAIRIE, LA 70005 save an estimated $9,140 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $457,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.